Making Avalon Blvd Safer For All

Last week, LADOT had the special honor of hosting California Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin and Health and Human Services Secretary Kim Johnson in South Los Angeles. They joined us on Avalon Boulevard for the signing of the new Secretary’s Policy on Road Safety, a major step forward in California’s commitment to making our streets safer for everyone. It was an inspiring moment to see state and city leaders come together, united by one shared goal: saving lives on our roads.

Avalon Boulevard was chosen as one of the state’s first Safety Corridors, and that means real change is coming. With $7 million in state funding added to the $17 million the City has already secured, we’ll continue building on the work completed to date – dozens of safer crosswalks and over 12 lane miles of new bike facilities – with new and upgraded signals, concrete curb extensions, medians, bus boarding islands, and other improvements that make a difference for the people who live, work, and travel along this corridor every day. Learn more about the planned project.

Having our state partners join us on-site reinforced what collaboration can achieve. Together, we’re creating a Los Angeles where everyone can move safely and confidently, no matter how they get around.

1,000 Days to 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Starting To mark the occasion of 1,000 days out from the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games, Mayor Karen Bass announced the Games for All visionand signed an Executive Directive to streamline City processes related to the Games.

The Games for All initiative aims to ensure that the 2028 Games produce long-lasting impacts that benefit Angelenos for generations to come. Games for All is organized around increasing inclusivity, promoting economic opportunities, and highlighting the vibrancy of Los Angeles.

The 2028 Games are transit-first, highlighting the growth of Los Angeles’ public transportation system in recent years. The Games are an opportunity not only to move millions of spectators efficiently via transit, but also to accelerate lasting improvements that will make mobility in Los Angeles safer, faster, and more reliable.

As part of this initiative, Mayor Bass has directed LADOT to develop and report on a list of permit streamlining and additional innovative measures to support on-budget delivery of Metro transportation projects in time for the 2028 Games. LADOT looks forward to working with our City and County partners to deliver a transit-first Games that will benefit Angelenos for years to come. .

Share Your Feedback on Two Westside Safety Projects

LADOT is moving forward with two Westside safety projects on Ohio Avenue and Westwood Boulevard, and we want to hear from the community. Your voice will help shape the future of both corridors.

The Ohio Avenue Safety and Mobility Project will deliver a 1.3-mile two-way protected bikeway between Westgate Avenue and Westwood Boulevard, along with traffic signal upgrades at six intersections and new ADA-compliant curb ramps. West of Westgate, the project extends onto neighborhood streets with traffic calming features such as speed humps and mini traffic circles, creating a safe and continuous connection from Westwood Village to Santa Monica. Take the Ohio Avenue Safety and Mobility Survey.

The Westwood Boulevard Safety and Mobility Project aims to close critical gaps in the transportation network by providing safe connections to Westwood Village, UCLA, the Metro E Line, and the future Metro D Line extension. Take the Westwood Boulevard Safety and Mobility Survey.

Additionally, LADOT will be at the following events sharing updates and hearing ideas on both Westside projects:

Wednesday, October 22 at 7:00 pm: - West LA Sawtelle Neighborhood Council Board Meeting Presentation. View the meeting details and agenda.
Thursday, October 30 from 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Westwood Village Farmers Market Tabling, Broxton Plaza - 1036 Broxton Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Saturday, November 1 at 9:00 am: Sawtelle Community Bicycle Ride by Sawtelle Bikes. Meets at Santa Monica Blvd + Purdue Avenue (8 miles and includes Ohio Ave)

Event dates and times are subject to change. Please visit the project websites for the most up to date information.

Take Our Community Surveys

LADOT wants to hear from you! Share your feedback to help us prioritize safety and mobility improvements in your community.

Third Street Bike Lane Concrete Barrier Survey

LADOT is installing new concrete bike lane barriers to replace the existing plastic bollards along 3rd Street between Main and Spring. Share your feedback before Friday, October 31.

Caltrans U.S. 101 Amestoy Avenue Pedestrian Bridge Online Survey

Caltrans plans to enhance pedestrian access across U.S. 101 and is seeking input from the community regarding the pedestrian bridge at Amestoy Avenue. This survey is intended to gather preliminary feedback. Take the Amestoy Avenue survey.